basketball

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He has served as head coach at Sotomayor for boys’ basketball and volleyball, and is interim head coach for baseball.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

To play basketball you need only a ball and a basket.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

After playing college basketball at San Jose State and then Gonzaga, he was drafted by the Oklahoma City Thunder and traded to the Grizzlies soon after.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

This academic year, more than 36% of transfers are in football, 21% basketball and 10% baseball.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

Windows high in the walls were covered with wire mesh; rings and basketball hoops were roped to the ceiling.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom